Thesis Statement and MEAL Plan Paragraph   In your assignment, first, provide your working thesis statement. Essentially, your thesis is the evidence-based argument or assertion you will make in response to your research question. Remember, this is just a working thesis, so it may change as you continue with your research process.   Then, following […]

Summarizing and Paraphrasing Assignment   Using OneSearch in the Excelsior College Library, locate a scholarly article on a topic that interests you and is, ideally, related to your field. Think about an issue you would like to explore related to your current or future profession and find an article that feels engaging and important to […]

Genre Analysis Worksheet   Choose three genres from the Module Notes area. Complete the Genre Analysis worksheetPreview the document on each of the three genres. When you complete the worksheet, write a short introduction (no more than a few paragraphs) to include with your submission.   In your introduction, answer the following questions:   Why […]

Review the Guide to Writing an Introductory Paragraph and Outline   This week, you will begin the process of organizing your thoughts and support points for your critical response essay by creating an outline. Outlines are useful when developing your thesis statement and support paragraphs, and they can be used as the roadmap for your […]

DQ1 ELEVATOR SPEECH This week you will introduce yourself by creating an elevator speech – an important skill in any professional industry.   Imagine walking into an elevator and seeing the CEO of the company you have long dreamed of working for.  He or she presses the button for the 50th floor, and asks you […]

DQ1Recommend two support strategies and interventions for struggling readers. Justify your choices, making sure to describe why you plan to use your chosen strategies and interventions in your future professional practice.   DQ2 Some literacy experts have said, “A dyslexic child should be educated at their ability level, rather than their literacy level.” What does […]

DQ 1Describe the structure of the writing workshop. How can teachers be certain that students are learning the skills they need in writing while making good use of their time?   DQ 2Part of the Christian worldview includes honoring God by serving others in ways that promote human flourishing. How do teachers promote human flourishing […]

DQ 1Identify three techniques to teach reading comprehension that are being advocated by current research. Which do you believe are the most viable? Why? Which strategies would you most likely use in your first year of teaching? In what way and why?   DQ 2Many districts employ reading specialists (also known as a literacy coach […]

DQ 1What is the benefit of incorporating academic vocabulary into other content areas such as math and science? Provide three examples of how you can encourage content-based vocabulary development in your future classroom.   DQ 2What role does family involvement play in literacy development? Discuss how you could encourage families to build confidence in supporting […]

DQ 1Describe three fluency exercises that can be utilized in the classroom to reach the diverse needs of students. With support from with one or more sources, justify why these exercises are beneficial for meeting these student needs.   DQ 2How will you deal with anxiety or self-esteem issues among students who have difficulty reading, […]